Edward Snowden
Edward Snowden is a former NSA contractor who became widely known for leaking classified information about government surveillance programs. His actions sparked a global debate about privacy, security, and the role of technology in society, making him a significant figure in discussions about digital rights.
Born on Jun 21, 1983 (42 years old)
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Switzerland:
Documents from Edward Snowden revealed that the NSA had backdoors in network devices.
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Norway:
Edward Snowden leaked documents in 2013 that revealed illegal mass surveillance by the NSA.
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Switzerland:
Edward Snowden is mentioned as a whistleblower who fled to Moscow.
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Turkey:
Edward Snowden is known for leaking classified intelligence documents in 2013.
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Peru:
Edward Snowden revealed documents showing that the NSA had found multiple backdoors to collect information without user knowledge.
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Canada:
Edward Snowden is interviewed in the documentary The Six Billion Dollar Man.
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South Africa:
Edward Snowden is known for his defection to Russia and revealing information about government surveillance.
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Guatemala:
Edward Snowden is a key figure interviewed in the documentary, known for leaking NSA documents.
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Ecuador:
Edward Snowden revealed information in 2013 that disclosed a total of about 21,000 employees at the NSA.
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Slovakia:
Edward Snowden is referenced as the whistleblower who revealed international spying operations.
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